GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
underlyinglying beneath or below
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
residualremainder
standstilla state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
abodethe place where one lives : home
mercurialof, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water